5 Must-Have Teaching Supplies
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Before I became a teacher, I underestimated how much work teaching would be and how much of my own money I would spend on my classroom and students! Teachers put so much time, money, and love into teaching and they all deserve a pay raise! Now that I’m a homeschool mom, I am also putting in so much time and money into teaching my three boys.
Over the years, I’ve used various tools to make teaching easier.
Today I’m sharing my top five teaching supplies. Of course, you could buy lots of other supplies, but these are my must-haves!
Top 5 Teaching Supplies
#1 – Home Laminator
I have used my Scotch Thermal Laminator for over 7 years and it’s still working great! I use it to laminate any printables I want to use with dry-erase markers or other printed items that I want to be more durable, such as printable games. Having this in my home is a game-changer and saves me money! Even my husband used it the other day for work! 😉
The one I purchased in 2013 is no longer available, but the one that is most similar is this one.
#2 – Binding Machine
I know this one might surprise you, but I love my binding machine! I have used this so many times! It’s great for making journals, packets, small booklets, and even my handprint calendar. It is also super easy to use.
#3 – Pencil Sharpener
Investing in a good pencil sharpener is a must! I’ve gone through some pretty cheap pencil sharpeners and it’s so frustrating spending money on something that breaks! This Xacto pencil sharpener is great for home or the classroom!
#4 – Stapler
Getting a good, heavy-duty stapler is so helpful! I love this Swingline one because you can staple a lot of pages at once!
#5 – Paper Cutter
So many printables for early childhood require cutting! I love using this paper cutter to save time. It makes cutting a breeze!
Of course, there are many more supplies I could add to this list. These are just my top 5!
What is a must-have for you?
I would absolutely LOVE the laminator! I use clear sheet protectors for things that I like to keep more sturdy, use for wipeable worksheets and when I want to protect documents, but having a laminator instead would be a huge upgrade 🙂
I would love the Laminator. It would come in handy for things I send home to help with virtual learning.
All your choices are so useful ! I think I would choose the binding machine or the paper cutter. I run a small privately owned daycare center. Coming up to our 4th year now. finances are limited so I work with a small inventory of supplies.
I just told someone recently how I would like a laminator. It would be SO MUCH easier than trying to use contact paper!
These are all great picks! I agree on the laminator since mine is still holding up too👍 I would pick the stapler
I would love the paper cutter! I have been wanting to add one to my collection of school stuff!!!
I am in need of a new paper cutter! This looks like a great one!
I could use all 5 myself but I’d definitely do some awesome things with the binding machine!!!
Thank you for this opportunity! The paper cutter would be amazing!!
I would love the cutter! I do a lot of copying and the cutter would help to cut things out!!!